Quiz on Renewable Energy

What is the primary reason for the shift towards renewable energy according to the text?

• It is a trend.

• It is cost-effective.

• It is a necessity.

• It is government mandated.

Which organization emphasizes the need for renewable energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

• National Renewable Energy Laboratory

• International Renewable Energy Agency

• Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

• Union of Concerned Scientists

What percentage has the cost of solar power decreased since 2010?

• 50%

• 72%

• 82%

• 90%

According to the text, how many people were employed in the renewable energy sector worldwide in 2018?

• 5 million

• 8 million

• 11 million

• 15 million

What do critics argue about renewable energy sources like solar and wind?

• They are harmful to the environment.

• They are unreliable due to weather conditions.

• They require too much land.

• They are too expensive.

What advancements are being made to address the intermittency of renewable energy sources?

• Government subsidies

• Increased fossil fuel usage

• Energy storage solutions

• Nuclear energy development

Which countries are mentioned as successfully integrating high percentages of renewable energy into their grids?

• United States and China

• Germany and Denmark

• France and Italy

• Canada and Australia

What is one of the benefits of renewable energy mentioned in the text?

• It is always available.

• It is more polluting.

• It creates jobs.

• It requires less technology.

What is the main purpose of the text?

• To entertain the reader

• To inform about renewable energy

• To criticize fossil fuels

• To promote government policies

What does the text suggest is essential for mitigating climate change?

• Increased fossil fuel consumption

• Transition to renewable energy

• More nuclear power plants

• Reduction of energy consumption